Yorkshire

Explore abbey ruins, magnificent houses, glorious gardens and some fantastic stretches of coast and countryside including the Dales and the North York Moors in the beautiful county of Yorkshire.

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Person looking at Fountains Abbey from de greys walk on a snowy day

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Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden

Ancient abbey ruins and an awe-inspiring water garden at this World Heritage Site.

Two visitors look out across the rolling hills at Earl's Seat

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Wentworth Castle Gardens

Glorious gardens, woodland and parkland, created for the privileged few and preserved for everyone to enjoy.

East Riddlesden Hall and formal gardens in winter

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East Riddlesden Hall

Historic house and intimate gardens, a surprise oasis on the edge of a West Yorkshire town.

Panelled bedroom Christmas grotto at Nunnington Hall

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Nunnington Hall

A picturesque Yorkshire manor house, nestled on the quiet banks of the River Rye with organic gardens and changing exhibitions.

The house at Nostell taken through the tress in early spring

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Nostell

Discover one of the great treasure houses in the North of England, and explore the surrounding parkland, lakes and formal gardens.

Exterior of Ormesby Hall at winter with lights on lawn

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Ormesby Hall

Explore the rooms of this grand house, and discover the décor, paintings and furniture that tell the stories of the many Pennyman’s who have lived there.

Bare branches of a tree in the foreground with cows grazing and red bricked hall in the distance

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Beningbrough

Explore art exhibitions and history in the 300 year old hall, evolving gardens on this family friendly estate in the Yorkshire countryside.

Snowman at the front with a snowy garden and stone house behind

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Visit for Christmas when the house is transformed with beautiful decorations and twinkling lights. An Inspired Christmas is the theme with many of the decorations lovingly crafted by the dedicated volunteer team.

An autumnal afternoon stood in North Moor looking at Mushroom Rocks

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Brimham Rocks

Discover the dramatic rock formations with views of surrounding heather moorland and beyond.

Gibson Mill in autumn at Hardcastle Crags, West Yorkshire

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Hardcastle Crags

Meander through this spectacular wooded valley with 19th-century Gibson Mill at its heart.

Frosty morning in the garden at Nostell with fountain and statue in the foreground

Gardens and parks

The exterior of the mansion at Nostell Priory and Parkland on a damp day in winter

Houses and buildings

The countryside surrounding Ravenscar Chapel Cottage, North Yorkshire

Countryside and coast

Two people walking uphill on the Marsden Moor Estate, West Yorkshire.

Walking trails

A family wearing helmets and coats cycles along the Tramway Trail at Calke Abbey, beneath a canopy of autumnal leaves

Outdoor activities

A visitors walking over stepping stones across a river with her dogs at Hardcastle Crags

Visiting with your dog

Two senior visitors outside the Courtyard Cafe at Nostell Priory, West Yorkshire

Places to eat

The silhouettes of a child and adult in front of three very twinkly Christmas trees filling the side of a room

Christmas in Yorkshire

Plan a festive day out with family in search of twinkling lights and seasonal decorations. Or pre-book one of the special events, get your friends together to make a wreath, bring the grandchildren to see Father Christmas and much more.

A child looks towards the camera while seated across a balance bike. They're wrapped up in a thick red winter coat and helmet, and another child stands behind them in front of a stone garden wall.

Family-friendly places in Yorkshire

Plan an adventure in Yorkshire this winter, with play areas, activities for kids, wildlife to spot and plenty of things to do when it rains. Bring the whole family to make memories during your time together.

Young visitor and family meeting Father Christmas by the open fire at Nostell

Upcoming events in Yorkshire

There's always something new to see or do at a National Trust place near you - join a host of seasonal events and adventures for all ages. Or plan ahead and book tickets for a memorable time with family and friends. Popular events can sell out so don't miss your chance to book - new events are added regularly.

Travel by train, bus, bike or on foot for a sustainable day out in Yorkshire.

A couple walking through the garden in spring at Goddards, North Yorkshire

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Using public transport to travel to places in Yorkshire

With just a short walk, many places can be access using local bus routes or trains. Here are a few to help you start planning your adventure from the moment you leave your doorstep. Many places are on established cycling routes as an alternative method of transportation, a great way to earn that slice of homemade cake.

From path repairs, combating fires and improving habitats to building new gardens and planting trees. Our day to day work goes further than just wonderful days out. See some of the work going on near you and across Yorkshire.

Hillside in Close Moss, Marsden Moor with tree planting

Landscapes for Water

See how West Yorkshire uplands are being restored with ambitious woodland creation, peatland restoration and natural flood management by the National Trust and partners.

Photo competition launches in Skell Valley

Skell Valley project

Sixteen organisations are working together to create a sustainable future for the Skell Valley. See the latest updates of this essential work to protect the area.

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Improving paths at Roseberry Topping

The National Trust and National Park Authority are working in partnership to repair and resurface the path network and damaged landscape.

Recently planted trees at Crook Gill in Upper Wharfedale, Yorkshire Dales

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Making the Yorkshire Dales sustainable for all

Our work in the Yorkshire Dales is as much about future generations as it is about caring for its magnificent landscapes today. We recognise the Dales as an important place for agriculture while balancing the need to restore more of the natural environment, and we increasingly consider the impacts of climate change on communities further afield. Discover more about our day-to-day work here, from creating new treescapes to managing sites of special scientific interest.

From sharing stories, to hands-on labour, giving talks or working behind the scenes, there are many ways to get involved and support our work.

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Two visitors with a volunteer looking at furniture in the Saloon at Nostell Priory in West Yorkshire

Volunteering in Yorkshire

Find out more about how to join one of our teams of volunteers that look after some of Yorkshire's best-loved places, and the opportunities that are available.

National Trust staff talking to volunteers before beginning work on Brean Down, North Somerset

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Supporter groups in Yorkshire

Find out about National Trust supporter groups based in Yorkshire. You can support the places you love by volunteering or enjoying a programme of trips and talks.

Whether you're planning a weekend away or have a longer trip in mind, Yorkshire has some great places to stay.

The views around Chapel Cottage, Ravenscar, Yorkshire

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Coastal cottages in Yorkshire

You can't beat picking up a trail from your doorstep or watching the sun set at the end of a day exploring. Plan a holiday and stay near the Yorkshire coast.

The exterior of Middlethorpe Hall Hotel, Restaurant and Spa, North Yorkshire, part of the Historic House Hotels group.

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Middlethorpe Hall Hotel and Spa

Just two miles from York's vibrant city centre, Middlethorpe offers the best of both worlds, a pretty country house and spa in 20 acres of beautiful gardens.

Dog sitting in the grass next to its owner, on Marsden Moor, West Yorkshire

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Dog-friendly cottages in Yorkshire

When they're part of your family, they don't need to be left at home. Many cottages are suitable for dogs so they can join your on your Yorkshire stay.

The exterior of Whitefields Cottage, Ripon, Yorkshire

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Large holiday cottages in Yorkshire

Big enough for that special occasion, or just an opportunity to get together, explore the largest cottages Yorkshire can offer.

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Fungi Festival

Hardcastle Crags, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

Join us in the Mill to celebrate Calderdale's ancient grassland fungi with a season of art, craft and walks

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The Duke’s Theatre Company: Christmas Carol

Nostell, near Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Get into the Christmas spirit with The Duke’s Theatre Company as they perform this classic Charles Dickens tale.

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Wreath Making Workshop

Wentworth Castle Gardens, Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Treat yourself or a loved one and get ready for the winter season with a fun and creative morning making a festive wreath with the Wentworth Castle Gardens team.

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House Tours at Wentworth Castle

Wentworth Castle Gardens, Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Take a peek inside the grand house at the centre of the estate on a select number of volunteer-led tours through Wentworth Castle, now Northern College.